Without You
David Bowie
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Just when I'm ready to throw in my hand Just when the best things in life are gone I look into your eyes, uh, uh There's no smoke without fire, uh, uh You're exactly who I want to be with, uh, uh Without you What would I do And when I'm willing to call it a day Just when I won't take another chance I hold your hand, uh, uh There's no smoke without fire, uh, uh Woman I love you, uh, uh Without you What would I do
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Written by: JOSHUA SCOTT JONES, MEGHAN MOORE, VAN ASA PRESTON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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13 facts about this song
Release Date"Without You" was released by David Bowie in 1983 which was featured on the album "Let's Dance."
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Album ProductionThe song "Without You" was a part of David Bowie's most commercially successful albums, "Let's Dance," which was co-produced by Nile Rodgers of Chic fame.
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Music GenreThe song falls under the category of pop and dance-rock, marking a significant shift from Bowie’s previous work which had more experimental elements.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being released as a single, "Without You" received considerable airplay and reached #73 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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Music VideoA music video for 'Without You' was also released, directed by David Mallet. It was simple in concept, featuring Bowie singing the song while deep shades of blue and red lighting flashed around him.
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InspirationThough not officially confirmed, some believe "Without You" to be one of the many songs Bowie wrote about his first wife, Angela Bowie.
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Cover VersionsThe song has also been popular amongst other artists, lending itself to cover versions by musicians such as Toto.
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Critical ReceptionOverall, the song received a moderate response from critics. It was praised for its catchy tunes and Bowie's unique vocal delivery.
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B-Side TrackIn some countries, "Without You" was released as the B-side of the single "Let's Dance."
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CollaborationsThe saxophone performance in the song is delivered by Robert Aaron, who frequently collaborated with Bowie. Also, the famous Stevie Ray Vaughan played the guitar solo in this song.
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Re-releaseThe song was also included in the 2018 re-release of the "Let's Dance" album, for its 35th anniversary.
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Album ArtThe album cover for "Let's Dance," where "Without You" is featured, is considered iconic, featuring Bowie in a casual pose with a guitar behind his back.
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DurationThe duration of "Without You" is relatively short compared to other songs on the album, clocking in just over three minutes.
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